Minerals Technologies Inc (MTX)vsSherwin-Williams Co (SHW)
MTX
Minerals Technologies Inc
$70.18
+3.45%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.19B
SHW
Sherwin-Williams Co
$321.95
+2.63%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $77.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sherwin-Williams Co generates 1037% more annual revenue ($23.57B vs $2.07B). SHW leads profitability with a 10.9% profit margin vs -89.0%. MTX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.22. SHW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
MTX
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
SHW
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MTX.
Margin of Safety
-237.9%
Fair Value
$92.84
Current Price
$321.95
$229.11 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 30.0% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 59 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -79.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 28.8%
Currently unprofitable
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 17.2x book value
1.4% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MTX
The strongest argument for MTX centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 30.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SHW
The strongest argument for SHW centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bear Case : MTX
The primary concerns for MTX are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SHW
The primary concerns for SHW are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MTX profiles as a growth stock while SHW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SHW carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
MTX is growing revenue faster at 30.0% — sustainability is the question.
SHW generates stronger free cash flow (862M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SHW scores higher overall (54/100 vs 43/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Minerals Technologies Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Minerals Technologies Inc. develops, produces and markets a variety of specialty mineral, synthetic mineral and mineral products, and supporting systems and services. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
Sherwin-Williams Co
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Sherwin Williams Company is a Cleveland, Ohio based company in the paint and coating manufacturing industry. The company primarily engages in the manufacture, distribution, and sale of paints, coatings, floorcoverings, and related products to professional, industrial, commercial, and retail customers primarily in North and South America and Europe.
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